Scams & Cyber Alerts

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The RMD Phishing Scam: Real Rule, Fake Contact

There’s a real rule that says once you hit your early 70s, you have to...

Fake AI “Advisors” Offering Personalized Plans

AI-based tools are all over the financial space right now. Some are legitimate. Some just...
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The Fake Bank Trap: When High-Yield Accounts Aren’t Real

High-yield savings accounts are great if you’re trying to build an emergency fund or keep...
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The Tariff Excuse

Any time prices start rising, explanations follow. Some are legitimate. Others? Not so much. And...
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Budgeting App Scams Why “Safe Enough” Isn’t Good Enough

Last summer, Creditnews Research released its findings on the data safety practices of popular financial...
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Day Trading Gurus: The Social Media Scam That Won’t Die

Social media has become the perfect stage for day trading scammers. They promise instant wealth,...
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Fear-Based Scams: How Market Panics Create Easy Targets

When markets get shaky, emotions run high - and scammers know it. Fear, confusion, and...
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Too Good to Be True? The Rise of Fake ‘Passive Income’ Investments

In today's pursuit of financial security, the promise of passive income is enticing. However, this...
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Bargain or Bust? Beware of Fake Deals

In today’s digital landscape, scam artists have long exploited consumers’ search for savings. With evolving...
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Don’t Get Duped: How to Recognize and Avoid Tax Scams

Tax season is here, and while most of us are busy gathering W-2s and crunching...